Pitt decrease in international student enrollment contrasts national average

By Ella Pochron, Staff Writer • March 31, 2026

While the percent of student visas issued nationally dropped substantially last summer, Pitt's international student enrollment numbers fell by a few percentage points.

SGB passes resolution urging Pitt to increase transparency and protect international students

By Madeline Ward, Senior Staff Writer • January 13, 2026

Student Government Board passed a resolution for Pitt to better protect international students by limiting unnecessary cooperation with federal authorities and improving communication about immigration-related policies and protocols.

Federal restrictions not deterring international students from holiday travel

By Courtney Nealon, Staff Writer • December 2, 2025

Although wary of new travel restrictions, some international students remain committed to going home for the holidays.

International student enrollment drops amid Trump’s restrictive immigration policy

By Naomi Weiss, Senior Staff Writer • October 14, 2025

International student enrollment dropped this fall, which comes on the heels of the Trump administration's restrictive immigration policy.

New H1-B visa fee causes speculation on potential effects at Pitt

By Sarah George, Senior Staff Writer • October 10, 2025

The Trump administration has instituted a $100,000 worker visa application fee, giving Pitt a potential new cost to worry about. 

Asian businesses in Squirrel Hill affected by decline in international student enrollment

By Emma Wu, Staff Writer • September 19, 2025

Local businesses in Squirrel Hill are noticing declining sales with decreasing international student populations. Managers and store owners report concern about their business’ futures.

‘A lot of my international friends are still afraid’: University addresses international student visa revocations 

By Delaney Pipon, Staff Writer • August 11, 2025

Pitt has expanded its support services for international students following immigration enforcement that impacted six students' immigration records this spring. 

Trump administration revokes multiple international student visas at Pitt and other Pennsylvania universities

By Briana Bindus, Assistant News Editor • April 9, 2025

This week, international students at the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University, among other Pennsylvania colleges, had their visas revoked by the Trump administration.

Talk Times give Pitt international students a friendly way of studying English

By Gabriella Garvin, Senior Staff Writer • October 12, 2023

Xiao Du arrived in Pittsburgh last month. As a student at Pitt’s English Language Institute, he said he discussed a variety of topics at his first Talk Time. Du said he hopes it will help improve his...

Editorial | Pitt should find alternatives for students looking to learn English

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • January 20, 2023

With the closure of the English Language Institute, Pitt needs to find an alternative to teach students English